Pectinia (Pectinia alcicornis)

Coral in the family Pectiniidae.

Pectinia

Quick facts

Scientific namePectinia alcicornis
FamilyPectiniidae
Minimum tank size50 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 73-81°F pH: 8-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.026

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea through Southeast Asia to the Great Barrier Reef and Polynesia.

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